Potassium Levels Forums (Page 6)

I think this is a potassium tablet for leg cramps, etc ## Yes, it's an 8mEq Potassium Chloride tablet, but it will only help with leg cramps if they have been caused by a deficiency in Potassium. Learn more Potassium details here. Was this prescribed for you?

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Is this simply potassium chloride (KCl) ? ## Hi Rodger, Yes you are correct, except Micro-K is a brand name for the 'Extended-Release' version of Potassium Chloride (KCl). From what I could gather, the term "Micro" just stands for microencapsulated. Learn More: Potassium Chloride Details I hope this helps to answer your question!

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what is pot chloride 10 meq ercap pad and what is it for ## It is a controlled release potassium supplement that's used to treat or prevent a deficiency in this vital nutrient, since a deficiency may be very dangerous. Learn more potassium chloride details here. Has this been prescribed for you?

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White, round, rather thick, med. size with US L10 on one side. ## This is a 10mEq Potassium Chloride tablet that's used to supplement when someone is deficient in it, since being too low in it can be very dangerous. Learn more Potassium Chloride details here. Where did you find it?

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I take Kcl 10 ME to replenish K loss from a water pill. It is costly. Can I get the same replenishment from dietary Kcl such as as is used to replace Nacl? ## Over the counter supplements are only allowed to max out at 99mgs of Potassium, so you may need to take several to keep it up that way. Learn more Potassium details here. We always have trouble keeping mine up, so we actually switched me to a potassium sparing diuretic, Spironolactone. Learn more Spironolactone details here. You might want to ask your doctor about trying it, instead.

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What is this used for. I'v been taking green coffee bean and this was in the bottle. ## A tablet with the marking ANDRX 560 contains 10meqs of Potassium Chloride, it is a nutritional supplement given to people that are deficient in it. Learn more Potassium details here. You found this mixed in with something else?

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Long white oblong pill with US10 on one side and blank on the other ## This is a 10meq Potassium Chloride tablet, it's prescribed to people that are low in this vital nutrient. Learn more Potassium details here. Too much Potassium can also be very dangerous, so this shouldn't be taken by anyone that hasn't actually been told, by their doctor, that they need it. Is there anything else I can help with?

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Temporarily living in Mexico and have been unable to purchase Klor-Con M10 in several pharmacies. The say they do not have it. What other medications would be an acceptable substitute that might be available here? Thanks, ## Klor-Con is just a potassium supplement that's in an extended release formulation, so you could just try asking for an equivalent product. Learn more Potassium details here. Have you tried asking a doctor there to recommend an equivalent?

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Can I use potassium gluconate instead of potassium chloride and if so how much to equal 20 meq ## Hi Donna, Can you get a little bit more specific on the abbreviation of Potassium "Chl". There are a few possibilities to choose from with that prefix, such as Chloride or Chlorate. To put it simply, Potassium "Chloride" as a supplement shouldn't be used when chloride-levels are normal, or when chloride should be avoided (ie: kidney diseases). Potassium gluconate is a type of potassium salt that people use as a supplement as well. It's more often used to treat hypokalemia, or low potassium. As far as comparing doses, I haven't found any specific details on this just yet. But in general, Potassium is very very easy to get in your diet, just by eating foods rich in...

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I need to take Klor-Con M20 but it is not available here in thee Philippines. Is there any other alternative or perhaps a generic drug that would have similar dosage as Klor-Con M20? ## Need the generic and alternative for Klor-Con M20 tablet. Please advise asap.

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what is kdur used for ## k-dur is a Potassium supplement, it is used to treat, or prevent a deficiency in this vital nutrient, because too low of a level of it can cause some severe health issues. Learn more: Is there anything else I can help with?

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My 102 and 95 year old parents take this HUGE tablet, and they have trouble swallowing it. My mother chews it to break it up, but my research shows this is a bad idea due to more rapid release into her system. Her alternative is to refuse to take it. Is this available in smaller tablets? She probably could swallow two tablets half the size of the 20 meq. I have seen reference to a powder, as well, and wonder if that might be mixed into juice or coffee for an easier administration? ## This is a potassium supplement and you are correct, chewing them is a bad idea, because it can cause ulcerations of the esophagus and stomach. I am not aware of any smaller tablets available, however, you could ask her doctor about the powder, or using an equivalent over the counter substitute. There are so...

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white,round,pill with black letters,USL 10 ## This is Potassium Chloride SR Extended Release 750mgs. Pill Image A generic for K-Lor. This is a supplement for people lacking in Potassium. ## What is the difference between Potassium CL 10MEQ and Potassium 20MEQ ? ## Does the Potassium CL 10MEQ sodium in it ? And would this hurt me to take it since i am used to being on the Potassium 20MEQ ? Which i have run out of and of is...All i have is the Potassium CL 10MEQ which belonged to my mom.I am very low on potassium and i am cramping very badly,very dizzy having all the symptoms when put in hospital and no money to get refill of mine own ## Is the potassium bought over the counter in vitamin section the same as the Potassium 20MEQ the same ## white,round,pill with letters on 1 side USL10

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I use this and am looking for a new supplier ## Finding a new supplier really depends on where you are located, and what's available in your region. It also depends on whether or not you are looking for a prescription pill vs pure powder form or other OTC variations. The FDA deemed that (over the counter) supplements can only have up to 99 mg of elemental Potassium per pill and 100 mg or higher requires a prescription…so a prescription could be several times more potent, saving you from taking several pills a day of a supplement. NOTE: Orally, Potassium Chloride is toxic "in excess". In the U.S. Potassium Chloride (powdered form) is manufactured by several companies which you can view in the link below (near the top of the list): Other Potassium Chloride br...

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I NEED ABRS123 WITH COATING FOR EASIER SWALLOWING. ## Tablets with that marking contain 20meqs of Potassium, it is a supplement, given to people who are deficient in it or taking a medication, such as a diuretic, that can cause a deficiency. this site does not manufacture nor sell any medications, this is an information only website. Have you tried asking your pharmacist if they have the coated ones available? ## My father has been prescribed Potassium Chloride 20 meq ER tablets, to be taken 1 tablet 2 x day. The pills are huge. They are scored on one side, the other side says ABRS-123. I heard that scored pills are OK to cut. It may be the only way he can swallow, or I may need to crush ad mix into applesauce for him to swallow. No cautions on the bottle saying it should not be cut or ...

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White oval pill with writing that says W 1715 on it, what is it? ## The pill in description is Potassium Chloride SR (10 MEQ/750 mg). Potassium chloride has many uses such as being a sodium-free substitute for table salt (sodium chloride). Research I have gathered states that this pill works by providing a direct replacement of potassium in the body. Potassium chloride is in the class of drugs called potassium supplements that are used to prevent hypokalaemia. NOTE: Orally, KCl is toxic in excess. You can click on the link below to view more information about this drug... If you have any other questions or concerns, please post back...

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i want the clssificatio, indication contraindication, and nursing resposibilities of this drug thank you..:) ## Kalium Durule is a Potassium supplement, it is used to treat or prevent Hypokalemia. As a supplement, such detailed information is not really studied, but you can learn more about Potassium here: Are there any other questions?

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I have a capsule that is dark blue and has Andrx 560 printed on it. I'm trying to find out what it is. ## found this pill @ move down page to POTASSIUM CHLORIDE XR the bottel I got from walmart pharmacy said ER 10 meq but it is XR but is it under XR at this site. ## Thank you Steven ! ## Same question: I have a bottle half full of my usual Ethex 001 10meq cap and half full of Andrx 560. Are both an extend release capsule of potassium chloride of the same potency? ## Ihave the same questions re. two different capsulesone Ethex 10meq ER Potassium Chloride. Are they of same potency. Will the company come on line. They are the only ones who could answer? ## MAYBE AN ANSWER, ACCORDING TO WALGREENS PHARMACY IT IS POTASSIUM CL 10MEQ ER CAPSULES ## When I went to Rite Aid to refill my usual...

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is it the same as potassium cl meq er ## Yes, Klorcon's generic name is Potassium Chloride. However this is not an extended release (ER) tablet, unless otherwise stated. Potassium Chloride is in the class of drugs called potassium supplements that are used to prevent hypokalaemia. NOTE: Orally, KCl is toxic in excess. You can click on the link below to view more information about this drug... Do you have any more questions or information to add? Please post back if you do.

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round orange pill with COPLEY 225 on one side or CODLEY 225 ## The pill in description is Potassium Chloride SR (8 MEQ). Potassium chloride has many uses such as being a sodium-free substitute for table salt (sodium chloride). Research I have gathered states that this pill works by providing a direct replacement of potassium in the body. Potassium chloride is in the class of drugs called potassium supplements that are used to prevent hypokalaemia. NOTE: Orally, KCl is toxic in excess. You can click on the link below to view more information about this drug... If you have any other questions or concerns, please post back...

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